Looking at the clip on the "Psychiatric Interview for Teaching; Psychosis" there were a few positive things I noticed about the interviewer's performance. The interviewer tries to build rapport with the client by introducing herself and letting the client know the purpose of the interview. She asks the client if he is okay with proceeding with the interview, a sign that she wants to be in agreement and understanding with him. By building rapport with the client, she facilitates easy communication. The interviewer also seems to be warm, accepting and empathetic to his plight. She listens to what he has to say to understand him, as evidenced by her facial expressions and her ability to repeat what the client says.
There were some negative things I also noticed about the interview and the interviewer. The interviewer failed to check on the client's family history, which is an important aspect of mental health assessment, especially because hereditary factors play into the development of psychosis. The interviewer was quick to ask questions to the client. She listens to him only to a point where she asks him another question. She does not allow him time to finish up answering his questions. She also interrupts him on several occasions by interjecting "right" and "okay". Although she might be trying to give him constant validation to ensure that he gets the feeling of being understood, she interjects too often, thus affecting his ability to finish his sentences.
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